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Education and training

• State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Master's in Family Nursing

Languages spoken

• English
• Spanish
• Hebrew

Emmanuel Valery, MD, is a board-certified internist at LaSante Health Center in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens area of Brooklyn. Dr. Valery diagnoses and treats chronic illnesses, offers preventative and primary care, and provides excellent treatments for patients in New York City with cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, circulatory or other chronic health issues.

Dr. Valery was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and has been in the medical field for over three decades. He immigrated to New York, where he received his Bachelor of Science from Long Island University in New York City. Dr. Valery then completed his Doctor of Medicine at The Universidad del Noreste (UNE) School of Medicine in Tampico, Mexico. He went on to finish his residency in internal medicine at Kings County Hospital and completed the prestigious Fifth Pathway program for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, both in New York City. 

Serving the community for years, Dr. Valery was the medical director at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, the CEO of Bedford Medical Group, and practiced at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Kings County Hospital and the Bronx Lebanon Special Care Center, all in New York City.

Dr. Valery leads several community service and outreach initiatives and is a member of the NOAH NY, a not-for-profit organization that helps provide free health care to residents of Haiti. He has received numerous awards for his efforts.

As an immigrant and multilingual in English, Haitian Creole, French, and Spanish, Dr. Valery is passionate about serving diverse patients at LaSante Health Center. He brings years of medical knowledge to provide quality internal medicine care.

Dr. Valery is a member of the American Medical Association, Asclepius Medical Society, and certified by The American Board of Internal Medicine.

 

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Dr. Bella Halpert is a nephrologist specializing in hypertension, chronic kidney disease and dialysis management. She believes good kidney care starts with listening, and she works closely with patients from early diagnosis through dialysis to make complex decisions feel clear and manageable.

Raised in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Halpert completed both her internal medicine residency and her nephrology fellowship at One Brooklyn Health, Brookdale Hospital, where she was selected as Chief Fellow and devoted much of her time to teaching and mentoring the next generation of physicians. Multilingual in four languages, including Russian, Ukrainian, Hebrew, and Yiddish, Dr. Halpert connects easily with the diverse communities she serves. She brings deep compassion and a strong work ethic to every patient she serves.

At LaSante Health, she is committed to care that is thorough, accessible, and grounded in trust.

Dexter McKenzie, MD, is an experienced internist and pediatrician serving patients of all ages at LaSante Health Center in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens area of Brooklyn. Dr. McKenzie has served the central Brooklyn community for over 30 years as a registered pharmacist and physician and treats a wide range of medical conditions for adults and children in New York City. 

After immigrating to Brooklyn from the Caribbean, Dr. McKenzie attended the public schools in the area, then received his Bachelor of Science in pharmaceutical and health sciences from Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences at Long Island University in New York City. He completed his Doctor of Medicine at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, and was honored with a residency and internship in internal medicine and pediatrics from Kings County Hospital in New York City. 

Dr. McKenzie is proud to serve a diverse range of patients at LaSante Health Center and advocates as a health educator, mentor to youth, and for the medical care of single mothers and senior citizens. He is passionate about supporting the local arts and small businesses. His involvement in the community has garnered him several awards and recognition. 

Dr. McKenzie is president of the Provident Clinical Society of Brooklyn, and a member of the National Medical Association, Medical Society of the State of New York, New York Empire State Medical Association, and The Medical Society of the County of Kings.

 

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The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, is a medical practice with multiple locations: West Orange, East Orange, South Orange, Maplewood, Newark, Belleville, Bloomfield, Nutley & Livingston, New Jersey. Led by a skilled team of physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals, the practice serves people aged 20 and older in person and virtually via telemedicine.

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, offers specialty services, including cardiology, endocrinology, gynecology, internal medicine, neurology, podiatry, pulmonology, women’s wellness, pediatric endocrinology, nutrition, and sleep medicine. Patients with chronic diseases or general medicine concerns can turn to the highly trained experts at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, for superior care.

The skilled medical team personalizes each treatment plan based on a patient’s medical needs, lifestyle, and desired outcomes.

Those with diabetes, foot or ankle issues, gynecology concerns, or heart, kidney, or lung diseases rely on The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, for exceptional care in a welcoming setting. Undergoing routine care reduces the risk of bothersome symptoms and severe medical complications. 

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, team is friendly, providing top-notch patient-centered care using the latest advances in technology and research-backed treatments. They compassionately welcome new and existing patients to the practice.

Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, by phone or online today.

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, is a medical practice with multiple locations: West Orange, East Orange, South Orange, Maplewood, Newark, Belleville, Bloomfield, Nutley & Livingston, New Jersey. Led by a skilled team of physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals, the practice serves people aged 20 and older in person and virtually via telemedicine.

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, offers specialty services, including cardiology, endocrinology, gynecology, internal medicine, neurology, podiatry, pulmonology, women’s wellness, pediatric endocrinology, nutrition, and sleep medicine. Patients with chronic diseases or general medicine concerns can turn to the highly trained experts at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, for superior care.

The skilled medical team personalizes each treatment plan based on a patient’s medical needs, lifestyle, and desired outcomes.

Those with diabetes, foot or ankle issues, gynecology concerns, or heart, kidney, or lung diseases rely on The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, for exceptional care in a welcoming setting. Undergoing routine care reduces the risk of bothersome symptoms and severe medical complications. 

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, team is friendly, providing top-notch patient-centered care using the latest advances in technology and research-backed treatments. They compassionately welcome new and existing patients to the practice.

Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, by phone or online today.

Meet Dr. Saka Kazeem at Elk Medical

The outstanding professional team at Elk Medical provides world-class medical care for disorders of the endocrine system and related conditions. Serving the community of Crown Heights, Brooklyn, in New York City, the team creates personalized treatment plans designed to meet the specific needs of each individual patient.

Under the direction of Saka Kazeem, MD, a skilled endocrinologist with more than 30 years of clinical experience, Elk Medical offers a broad array of care options. Dr. Kazeem and his team offer advanced and interventional management, using cutting-edge technology for thyroid disorders, adrenal disorders, diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), menopause, and many other conditions. In addition to treatment plans, medically supervised weight loss programs at Elk Medical help patients reach and maintain a healthy weight while promoting overall health and wellness.

Dr. Kazeem earned his medical degree from the University of Ibadan’s College of Medicine in Nigeria. He completed his residency in internal medicine followed by a fellowship in endocrinology at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Dr. Kazeem has served as president of medical staff and chief of endocrinology at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in Brooklyn and on the minority affairs committee of the American Association of Endocrinology. He is a two-time recipient of the quality improvement and health outcomes award granted by the Foundation for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. In addition to his duties at Elk Medical, Dr. Kazeem serves on advisory committees at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center as well as New York–Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn.

The entire team welcomes new patients to Elk Medical for exceptional medical services offered in a warm, friendly environment. To speak to a team member or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Kazeem, call the clinic’s office today or request an appointment online.

Dominique Murry is the heartbeat behind your wellness journey—an experienced, board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of clinical excellence in women’s health, primary care, reproductive health, and telemedicine. Born and raised in Chicago, Dominique has poured her heart and soul into serving diverse communities with compassion, integrity, and a deep commitment to health equity.

She’s not just your provider—she’s your advocate, your cheerleader, and your wellness partner. From prenatal care and birth control management to weight loss support and hormone therapy, Dominique empowers her patients with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about their health. Her care is personalized, culturally competent, and rooted in a fierce belief that every woman deserves to thrive.

Dominique holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University and is licensed with full practice authority in both Illinois and New York. She’s led in roles across premier health centers, including Howard Brown Health and the University of Chicago, and has taught future healthcare leaders as a clinical professor.

As the founder of her own women’s health telehealth clinic, Dominique brings high-quality, judgment-free care directly to your fingertips. Whether you need a wellness check-in, a birth control refill, or a plan to meet your weight loss goals, Dominique’s here to help you feel seen, heard, and supported—every step of the way.

When she’s not caring for patients, she’s educating the next generation, speaking up for Black maternal health, and making moves to build a brick-and-mortar women’s wellness center that uplifts the whole woman—mind, body, and spirit.

Tatyana earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Niagara University. She trained at Erie County Medical Center where she provided adolescents with individual counseling and group counseling. She also trained at Niagara County Department of Mental Health where she provided adults with individual and group counseling services. She has been working in the mental health field since 2017 at various levels of care and has tended to a variety of populations with diverse issues and needs. Tatyana has worked at the private practice level for two years where she works with adolescents and adults by providing them individual therapy to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and more. Tatyana prides herself on being able to genuinely engage in the therapeutic relationship and treatment plan, and being able to express empathy for the clients and their specific needs. Tatyana's personal theoretical orientation is person-centered, rooted in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and MI, to improve your overall functioning. Heavy emphasis on relationships and attachments is also at the root of her practice. By empowering clients to begin the healing process, Tatyana’s goals are to help clients process and resolve feelings of incongruence and install feelings of hope and success.

Committed to meeting clients at their unique life juncture, I provide a nurturing, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for the therapeutic journey. My work is grounded in the belief that the relationship between one’s inner world and outer circumstances can be both a source of struggle and a terrain for healing.

My approach is integrative, holistic, and multiculturally informed. Drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), reality therapy, and mindfulness, I tailor each session to the individual. As an EMDRIA-approved EMDR therapist, I am trained to support clients in processing trauma at a deeper level. I also work with couples to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and navigate relational challenges — and I serve as a clinical supervisor for emerging mental health professionals.

Holding a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from New York University and an advanced certificate in LGBT Health, Education, and Social Services, my training is complemented by hands-on experience as a residential counselor in psychiatric hospitals and group homes.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, multicultural identity, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ experiences, with a deep commitment to creating a space where every client feels seen, respected, and empowered.

Deborah is a relational psychotherapist who works with individuals and couples in an attuned and compassionate manner. She is especially interested in helping people to heal from anxiety, depression, and grief; to recover from trauma (recent or long ago); to navigate complex relationships, ADHD, or the numerous challenges and transitions at all stages of life. She has specialized training in EMDR for trauma and mindfulness approaches for anxiety and depression.

Prior to becoming a therapist, Deborah practiced as a family law attorney, working with those struggling with family dissolution, domestic violence, and emotional strain. She also has worked in education, in the theater as an actor and director, and as a journalist for ABC News. In addition, Deborah is the mother of four “young adult” children. Deborah sees each of these professional and personal paths as having intertwined throughout her life, ultimately enabling her to become the therapist she is today. Whether her clients are facing difficult transitions, trying to reconnect with themselves, or struggling with relationships or stress, Deborah integrates various treatment modalities to help them navigate their challenges, develop clarity and move towards greater happiness. It is Deborah’s belief that therapy at its best helps people to look at the stories they carry so that they can lighten their load.

Deborah received her Master’s in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling from New York University (NYU). She obtained her BA with high honors from Harvard University and her JD with honors from the University of Pennsylvania School of Law.

My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for my clients to feel empowered and accepted. Through a collaborative approach, we may work together to support your needs and explore the ways you can cultivate positive change in your life. Working closely with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, or interpersonal issues, I offer personalized support to help navigate these challenges. Drawing from this experience, let's collaborate to explore your concerns, develop coping strategies, and foster resilience.

  My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT), as well as Psychodynamic therapy. However, I pull from many modalities to provide personalized care for each unique individual. My educational background includes an M.A. in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of South Carolina.

The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling

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The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling provides high-quality and effective psychotherapeutic services in New York City. The staff offers each patient a unique and individualized treatment plan to give you the quickest and longest lasting results.

The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling services children, teens, and adults in New York City. Their specialties include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relational Therapy, Psychodyamic Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and couple's counseling to name a few.

Anthony Freire, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC founded The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling alongside Kelley Hershman, LMHC and Alexander Badillo, JD, LMHC  to better serve their clientele using a team approach. In search of the best, Anthony scouted postgrad therapists from the nation’s most prestigious schools including New York University, Columbia University, Fordham University and Hunter College.

Each clinician has undergone a rigorous training and hiring process. When you work with one of the therapists at our center, you are working with the best that New York has to offer.

The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling was created as a safe and brave space for clients to confidentially work through issues that negatively impact their lives. All diverse groups are welcome.

The three clinical directors and many of our supervisors are also professors at New York University, teaching Mental Health Counseling to the next generation of therapists.   We serve as an clinical supervision center for pre-licensed and newly licensed professionals. This service helps support future clinicians in their professional development, further their clinical education, and increase their skill set.

The staff at The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling is authentic, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. They cater to your unique needs while ensuring a first-rate quality of care.